Changing and Defining Personal Style: Style Labels

With a recent chop-chop, snip-snip (and I'm talking about my hair people!).. my perspective on my own personal style has changed drastically. Now, be this because I'm an incredibly indecisive soul or my new do has truly inspired me, I now feel the intense need to be EVEN MORE edgy! (if that is possible..) Now I'm not talking My Chemical Romance, brood in the dark, multiple chains hanging from my pants, black lipstick edgy... but definitely something more! I want to wear lace, leather, over-sized ripped t-shirts, holed tights, and leopard print leggings! And most, most, most of all.. I want to wear my hair up in a faux-hawk.. how bad-ass is that? (I want to be Keira Knightley's character from Domino with this hair!) Now, are all these Debbie Harry ideas me? Then again, who am I style wise? How would one describe my style? I've always considered myself an eclectic. I dress in what I love, which is so scattered out in the world of styles, that I fit nowhere. HOWEVER, I am now on a quest to find out! Will this change from week to week, heck yes, I mean, my style changes daily. But, putting a temporary label, which I call a style label, on what statement I want to project, may help me buy less (which I'm doing a darn stinkin' good job at) and focus on pieces more! I suggest this to everyone who needs help in the shopping process. If you feel overwhelmed, focus on what is you. NOT what's in style, what grabs your eye, or what is the most expensive... buy what YOU want. AND ask the most important question, "Will I ever wear this?" That is a key, vital step in finding your own personal style identity. So, currently, my label for style would be girly greaser girl. Now, when I shop, instead of picking up every gorgeous thing I see, (and, lets face it, buying it) I can look for a FEW super fabulous items that fit into my style label! I think this strategy can save everyone both time and money, plus, it is a great way to find clothing that really defines you! Tell me what your style label is, as I try to insert something clever.....

Love it, Hate it : Mixed Prints

Based on the collections from Rag & Bone, Alexander Mcqueen, and Prada.. it's clear prints are here, no need to rehear or disappear!! Mixin' and matchin', switchin' and ditchin'.. mixed prints are all about the fun and pop (as you can see by my language) so you know I'm already loving it! However, I consider myself somewhat of a style risk-taker.. and I can see how this look may be a flop to others. Purely out of curiously, I would love to hear what you readers think about the art of mismatching! Is mixing in your future, or do you want to keep it cohesive.. I may give it a go as I try to insert something clever...

Going GAGA!!

Holy mini people outfits Batman!! How adorable are these ensembles which were on display at Baby Gap today??!! The striped cardi? The buttoned henley? The half moto-jacket? The Justin-Bobby hat? The PLAID!? I mean geez... I wish more grown men dressed like this! I used to adore little girls clothes FAR BEYOND little fellas, but I must say, these looks took the cake!!

TGIF! Dream Outfit

Yes, fashion lovers, the weekend is finally here, and on Fridays, I always find myself daydreaming about fabulous clothes and all the exciting places I could wear them! So, amidst my insane fantasies, I figured I could show you guys my perfect partying outfit that, in my opinion, is utterly to die for! As you may know, I am a HUGE fan of mixing the feminine and edgy together, and if I were to attend a fancy event this evening, this is my hands down choice for a fabulous look! The dress, Tulle Tours en L'Air Dress from ModCloth, is so simply elegant, I fell in love with the softness the first time I lay my fashion eye on it! However, instead of mixing it with a girly flat or lovely heels, I felt like the look needs a little danger, a little me! So I turned to Charles David's fold-over lace ups leather "Olivers"! (I'm picturing heaven right now!) Mix it with some black tights, faux (maybe even real!) Holly Golightly diamond studs, and a killer up-do, and I have got one smexy getup! But, looking outside my window, I see that the weather is a little shotty today.. so, to block mother natures fury (while still looking spiffy) I would add the Burberry Prorsum double breasted silk lace trench (for a price that is so outrageous.. I really shouldn't share). Let me know if you would rock a similar ensemble, as I try to insert something clever...

Look of the Day!

I'm kinda iN LoVe with this picture, which is of Rob Pat and Kris Stew from the December 2009 issue of Harper's Bazaar.... for SO many reasons, but the main being the sick styling! Robert, looking perfect as always, wearing all Dior Homme and Kristen wearing a Dior skirt and dress and my FAVORITE part of the outfit, her pumps.. which are Cesare Paciotti! absolutely STUNNING! As I'm pondering how jealous I am of Kristen for her man and her heels.. I'll try to insert something clever....

Look of the Day!

OH GOD! THANK YOU! A LIME GREEN shrunken moto jacket from Burberry Prorsum's Spring 2011 Ready-To-Wear Collection..... i love it (and so did Sara Jessica!) Couldn't find a picture of the beauty because it just hit the runway yesterday.. but check out the video and enjoy ALL of the patent, python and studs.. also check out the incredible (8 inch.. yes.. 8 inch) heels!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n51LNPrBOIU

LIGHTBULB!! .. I need your input.

So... this morning I'm trying to think of ways to make my infamous fur (shag) coat look less Julia Roberts cira 1990.. and while I was watching a Ke$iha video (not a good start) I saw she was wearing a fur coat with some kind of embellishment on the shoulder? And then it HIT me... How freckin' fabulous would my InsAnEly ridiculous coat look with a chain Epaulette on the shoulder?!? It's very Brandon Flower's.. and I'm kinda loving it. (maybe I'll even add some feathers!) The idea in my head is something like a combination of the pictures shown below.. but more black and maybe even add a broach? Let me know your thoughts....